A Chilly Start with a Touch of Sunshine
Sioux Lookout starts Monday morning under cloudy skies with a temperature of -5°C. The southeast wind at 8 km/h makes it feel more like -9°C, and with humidity at 78%, the air has a damp chill to it. The barometric pressure is at 101.0 kPa and falling, suggesting some shifts in the weather are on the way. Visibility is excellent at 24 km, so at least the morning commute will be clear.
As the day progresses, expect a mix of sun and clouds, with a 30% chance of flurries lingering in the early morning hours. Winds will remain light, reaching up to 15 km/h, and temperatures will climb to a high of +3°C. This is a welcome break from the deep freeze, but don’t be fooled—this morning’s wind chill still sits at a brisk -13°C, so winter gear is still a must. The UV index is at a moderate 3, so if you’re outside for a while, a bit of sunscreen wouldn’t hurt.
Tonight: Cloudy Skies with a Flurry Risk
The evening will remain mainly cloudy, with a 30% chance of flurries developing late. There is also a risk of freezing drizzle overnight, which could make roads and sidewalks a little slippery. Winds will stay light, up to 15 km/h, and the temperature will drop to -5°C, with a wind chill making it feel like -9°C.
Tuesday: Colder with More Flurry Chances
Tuesday will be a colder and cloudier day, with a 30% chance of flurries and a risk of freezing drizzle in the morning. Winds will shift to the north at 20 km/h before becoming lighter later in the day. The high will only reach -3°C, and the wind chill will hover near -12°C—so it’ll feel noticeably colder than Monday. The UV index will be low at 1.
By night, the clouds stick around, and there’s another 30% chance of flurries. Temperatures will dip to -12°C, reinforcing that winter still has a grip on the region.
Midweek Outlook: More Clouds and Flurries
Wednesday will remain cloudy, with another 30% chance of flurries and a high of -4°C. The nighttime low will drop further to -14°C. While not the heaviest snowfall, these persistent flurries could lead to light accumulation over time.
What to Wear?
- Morning: A warm winter coat, gloves, and a hat—wind chills of -13°C mean extra layers are necessary.
- Afternoon: A lighter jacket might work as temperatures hit +3°C, but keep a warm layer handy.
- Evening: Be prepared for possible freezing drizzle—wear boots with good traction.
Sioux Lookout Weather Trivia!
Did you know Sioux Lookout’s warmest March 3rd on record was 9.0°C in 1983? Meanwhile, the coldest was -38.2°C in 1962. So today’s -5°C isn’t looking too bad in comparison!
